The Sun's endorsements

Amy Davis, Baltimore Sun

The Democratic primary for president has been unexpectedly competitive this year, but the choice for voters is nonetheless clear. Hillary Clinton is not only the candidate most likely to win in November, she is also best prepared to lead the nation if elected. We admire Sen. Bernie Sanders’ passion and his ability to inspire so many voters, but his policy proposals simply don’t add up. Ms. Clinton’s do, and she has the skills to win support for them in a divided government.

Maryland Republican primary voters can choose from two of the most divisive candidates their party has ever offered up for president — Donald Trump and Sen. Ted Cruz — or they can pick the candidate who can unify the country and govern effectively once elected. Ohio Gov. John Kasich may not have a chance of securing a majority of delegates during the primary season, but a vote for him is far from wasted. It would send a clear signal to party leaders that Republican voters still demand competence and compassion from their nominees and could help set the tone for a contested convention.